The Buddhist community's signature event that helps single men and women in their 20s and 30s find a match while doing a temple stay, "I'm Going to the Temple," will be held next month at Donghwasa on Palgongsan in Daegu.
According to the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism Social Welfare Foundation on the 9th, "I'm Going to the Temple, Donghwasa" will take place May 9–10. Single men and women in their 20s and 30s who live in the Yeongnam region or have local ties can participate in this event.
Donghwasa is an ancient temple nestled on the slopes of Palgongsan in Daegu. It boasts 1,500 years of history and tradition and holds numerous treasures and cultural assets, including the world's largest Unification Yaksa Yeorae Great Buddha.
"I'm Going to the Temple" had been operated nationwide through last year, but starting this year it will be held with a regional focus. The aim is to help participants continue relationships with matches who live nearby.
Applications can be submitted from 10 a.m. on the 9th of this month until 10 a.m. on the 20th via the notices on the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism Social Welfare Foundation website.
Doryun, CEO of the foundation and a Buddhist monk, said, "Donghwasa is the best place of practice to rest your mind and reflect on yourself," adding, "In May, the month of Buddha's Birthday, when warm lotus lanterns are lit, I hope this will be a time to kindle new connections and hearts."
Earlier, the "I'm Going to the Temple, Seonunsa" program was held on the 28th–29th of last month, drawing 644 applicants, of whom 20 were selected. Six couples were formed during the event.